Texas Tech University

Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Initiatives

  Group of HSI staff posing for a photo

Since Fall 2019, Texas Tech University has been designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). This designation allows TTU to apply for federal grant funding to expand resources, improve access, support student retention, and increase graduation rates. The HSI designation supports a range of institutional initiatives by enhancing programs and supports that benefit all students. Texas Tech University remains steadfast in its commitment to servingness through the benefits afforded by its HSI designation.

Our Mission

Leveraging our Hispanic-Serving Institution designation, a commitment to servingness, and federal grant resources, we advance access, retention, and graduation for all students. We prepare a globally competitive workforce poised for leadership, research, and creative scholarship. ​

Our Vision

We envision a campus community where every student and every member is empowered to realize their fullest potential through enriched access to resources, innovative academic and research experiences, and meaningful engagement with the Lubbock region and the world. Guided by servingness, we strive to be a leader in comprehensive education, transformational research, community outreach, and global impact.

Programs & Initiatives

Hispanic-Serving Instutition Week

This week includes events and discussions to foster and promote conversations about the benefits of being a Hispanic-Serving Institution. All events and programs during the weeklong celebration are open to the Texas Tech and Lubbock communities. 

HSI Student Ambassadors

Meet your 2025-2026 HSI Student Ambassadors

HSI Student Ambassadors pose for a photo

Hispanic-Serving Institutions 101 Professional Development

This 30 minute to 1-hour professional development experience is designed to educate attendees on the basics of being a federally designated HSI. Attendees walk away with a better understanding of the HSI designation, how it positively influences TTU’s campus, and how emerging research and best practices can help shape their role in advancing intentional service to all our students. 

Pursuing the Seal of Excelencia

In partnership with Excelencia in Education, Texas Tech has engaged in thoughtful conversations and workshops that aim to make TTU a thriving HSI. It is our intention to continue our pursuit of the Seal of Excelencia through intentional data disaggregation, practice, and leadership.  

HSI Essay Contest

2025 HSI Essay Contest Winners:

  • Names: ​
  • 1st – Rishka Vats​
  • 2nd – Israel Reyes​
  • 3rd – Janaea Pedregon

Questions? Contact andrea.Moreno-Juarez@ttu.edu

Events

Spring Events Coming Soon




For additional information, please contact:

Andrea Moreno Juarez, Ph.D.
HSI Director
andrea.moreno-juarez@ttu.edu

 

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